How to Play F on Guitar?

 

On this page, you will learn two forms of F major. First, the biggest and strongest version you may have seen before. Plus a simpler version that's perfect for beginners. You can try this with one of the best acoustic fingerstyle guitar.

You'll learn tricks for both that will have you playing the F chord in minutes.

How to Play F (Full Bar)?

This is a chart for the F major model which is completely restricted.

As you can see, the first finger extends all the way and presses the first, second and sixth strings. A few things about Anna's style that you should consider:

Apply pressure where needed

Notice how Anna's first finger, which runs on the bar, is slightly crooked.

Even though it extends over all six strings, if you look at the diagram, you will notice that it will only touch the ground on the first, second and the sixth - the two softest and worst strings. Don't give up trying to knock down the middle three.

Rework those fingers

Especially with the third and fourth fingers, it can be difficult to prevent them from touching the string on the side they are supposed to push down.

The trick?

Place your finger so that it is touching your finger on the string, not on the side of the finger where your fingerprint is.

Hold the egg

Watch as Anna's hands open. It's because he's holding eggs. Not really.

·       But pretend he has eggs in his palm. His thumb rests on the back of the guitar neck, leaving an empty space in his palm large enough that he could put an egg there if he wanted to.

·       That gives him plenty of room to tighten the straps.

Think about those feelings.

·       Look at how close Anna's fingers are, especially her index finger, to the face she's looking for. This makes it much easier to push the string properly against the tension.

·       If you're not getting a clean, sweet sound, try moving your fingers closer to the body of your guitar.

How to Pronounce F (Simple and Small Bar)

If you have trouble playing the full F chord, try this simple version.

The sound is great, and there's no reason why you shouldn't keep playing this style for as long as you want, maybe even forever. You can see that instead of the first string stretching over six strings, it only covers the two most important ones.

Step by step process

First, take your first finger and place it on the two most important strings, located behind the first fret of your guitar:

Next, use your middle finger to place one string on the roof, one fret on the body of the guitar. And, finally, take your third finger and go up one string, one string up, one last time.

Also Read: What are the Notes on a Guitar?

Then play only the four most important strings. See how Anna puts it on the fourth string before hitting it? It's a great way to make sure you're starting with the right attitude. This part is important! The short bar only works because you're not playing the two long strings.

A few tips to make things easier:

·       Keep the fingers closed

·       This type of F chord is easier than the standard barred version, but you still need to add the second and third fingers. Remember: you want the second and third fingers to touch the string. It's not your fingerprint. Don't leave fingerprints!

·       Go closer to the frets

·       If your string vibrates, try moving your fingers closer to the next fret.

·       You will need a little pressure to press the string. Remember the strings you play!

·       Remember - for this style, only trim the four thinnest strands.